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The Wide Awake Girls in Winsted

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About This Book

A college-returning young woman mobilizes a group of local girls to start and run a community lending library, combining practical tasks, fundraising, and social events to serve their town. The narrative follows their meetings, volunteer chores, outings, and occasional setbacks as members learn skills, explore vocational interests, and take on responsibilities such as school and journalism work. Episodes highlight cooperative problem-solving, the pleasures and challenges of civic engagement, and steady personal growth as the girls deepen friendships, discover talents, and prepare for future separations and reunions.

About the Author

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Katharine Ellis Barrett

Katharine Ellis Barrett was an American author known for her contributions to children's literature in the early 20th century. Her notable work, "The Wide Awake Girls in Winsted," reflects themes of adventure and friendship, appealing to young readers of her time. Barrett's storytelling often emphasizes the importance of community and personal growth, making her work a charming addition to the literary heritage of children's fiction. While not widely recognized today, her writing captures the spirit of youthful exploration and the values of her era.

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